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- South AfricaArrests of police officers signal shift in Madlanga investigationsA security strategist has said recent arrests of police officers linked to an alleged corruption case could mark a turning point in restoring public trust in the justice system. Twelve officers were arrested on Tuesday night in an operation conducted by the Investigative Directorate Against…
- ZimbabweZanu PF says referendum not required for constitutional changesZimbabwe’s ruling Zanu PF party has said it does not fear a referendum but insists that one is not necessary for proposed constitutional changes currently under discussion. The statement comes ahead of public hearings on the Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill, which are scheduled to take place…
- South AfricaMadlanga Commission to continue investigations during EasterThe Madlanga Commission continues work over Easter break, with investigators carrying on preparations despite a pause in public hearings. The commission adjourned for the Easter recess and was expected to resume hearings on 7 April 2026. However, officials said the break in proceedings did not…
- South AfricaActionSA Escalates DA ‘Top-Up’ Allegations to Public ProtectorActionSA has lodged formal complaints with both the Public Protector and Parliament’s Ethics Committee against senior Democratic Alliance (DA) representatives over alleged “Top-Up” payments. The complaints claim that certain DA public officials received additional payments from the party that may…
- USIran rejects Trump’s diplomatic claims, calls them fake newsPresident Donald Trump has been accused of spreading fake news after claiming that the United States had reached major agreements with Iran, a claim Tehran has flatly denied. Iranian officials insist no negotiations have taken place and accused Washington of misrepresenting the situation to…
- ZimbabweMugabe's son back in Johannesburg courtThe case of Mugabe's son back in Johannesburg court is set to resume on Tuesday, drawing renewed attention to a high-profile legal battle in South Africa. Bellarmine Mugabe, the 28-year-old son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, is expected to appear alongside his co-accused, Tobias…
- South AfricaMinister says technology alone wont solve SA border corruptionSouth Africa’s Home Affairs Minister, Leon Schreiber, has warned that the South Africa border corruption challenge cannot be solved by technology alone, following a high-profile visit to the Beitbridge Border Post. The minister, accompanied by Border Management Authority (BMA) commissioner Michael…
- South AfricaSouth Africa seeks Nigeria fuel deal amid shortagesSouth Africa is in discussions with Nigeria over a potential fuel deal aimed at securing supplies for the next 12 months, as global shortages place increasing pressure on energy markets. The move comes as countries worldwide scramble to stabilise fuel access amid disruptions linked to geopolitical…
- WorldSix dead as Qatari military helicopter crashes after 'technical fault'At least six people have died after a Qatari military helicopter crashed in the Gulf state’s waters, authorities have said. Seven personnel were on board at the time of the incident. Qatar’s interior ministry said on Sunday that specialised operations are continuing to locate the final missing…
- ZimbabweMashingaidze says Muchena spoke in personal capacityRetired Major General Gibson Mashingaidze has said comments attributed to retired Air Marshal Henry Muchena do not reflect the collective position of Zimbabwe’s former senior military leaders. Mashingaidze made the statement after Muchena’s remarks sparked debate about the role of former security…
- South AfricaDA MP disputes disqualification ahead of congressA dispute over DA vetting has emerged after a Member of Parliament challenged her disqualification from standing in the Democratic Alliance’s upcoming federal congress. Karabo Khakhau says the party acted inconsistently in its internal processes, claiming she was forced to withdraw from the race…
- WorldIran says Strait of Hormuz open except for ‘enemies’Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to international shipping, but warned that vessels linked to what it calls its “enemies” will not be allowed to pass. The statement comes amid rising tensions with the United States and growing concern over global energy supplies. The Strait of…
